2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Mobilio | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
